slew
//sluː//
Verb
1
Simple past tense of 'slay'; killed violently.
The brave knight slew the dragon that threatened the village.
Synonym
Noun
1
A large number or quantity of something.
The company received a slew of complaints after the product recall.
Verb
1
To turn or swing around a pivot point; to rotate or swivel.
The crane slewed to the left to position the load.